Aarya Web Series – An Overview
“Aarya” is a gripping Indian crime-thriller drama series streaming on Disney+ Hotstar. Co-created by Ram Madhvani and Sandeep Modi, the series is based on the Dutch drama series “Penoza.” It stars the talented Sushmita Sen in the titular role, marking her digital debut and comeback. The series has been nominated for International Emmy Awards for Best Drama Series.
Cast and Characters
- Sushmita Sen as Aarya Sareen: A strong woman who becomes a mafia queen to protect her family.
- Chandrachur Singh as Tej Sareen: Aarya’s husband, involved in illegal business.
- Sikander Kher as Daulat: Aarya’s father’s loyal hitman.
- Namit Das as Jawahar: Tej’s unpredictable business partner.
- Ankur Bhatia as Sangram: Aarya’s hot-headed brother.
- Jayant Kripalani as Zorawar: Aarya’s powerful father.
- Sohaila Kapur as Rajeshwari: Aarya’s mother, known for her liberal thoughts.
- Viren Vazirani, Virti Vaghani, Pratyaksh Panwar: Aarya and Tej’s children.
Plot
The story revolves around Aarya Sareen, a caring mother and loving wife, who is naive about her husband’s illegal business. After her husband Tej’s mysterious murder, the drug mafia seeks the death of her entire family. In response, Aarya joins the gangs and becomes the mafia queen, seeking revenge against those who killed her husband, all while taking care of her three children.
Release
“Aarya” was initially slated to release on March 29, 2020, but was postponed due to post-production delays. It was finally released on Disney+ Hotstar on June 19, 2020. The second season started filming in March 2021 and premiered on December 10, 2021.
Review
“Aarya” has received positive reviews, with critics praising Sushmita Sen’s performance. The series has been lauded for its compelling journey, intriguing plot, and well-crafted characters. Sen received the award for Best Actress – Female at the Filmfare OTT Awards, with the series receiving eight nominations.
Conclusion
“Aarya” is a riveting crime drama that explores the transformation of a loving mother into a powerful boss. With a stellar cast, intriguing plot, and thrilling narrative, it offers a unique blend of suspense, action, and drama. Sushmita Sen’s remarkable performance as Aarya adds depth and intensity to the series, making it a must-watch for fans of the genre.
